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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1928
Page
4
A Bible Thought for Today from May 26 1028 notes that a good man obtaineth favour of the Lord while a man with wicked devices will be condemned citing Proverbs 12:2. The reflection centers on virtue and divine approval.
An editorial argues President Coolidge should not be drafted for a second term. It praises his economy driven administration, notes his intention not to run, and warns against forcing a renewal bid that could push the nation toward autocracy. It endorses retirement to Vermont and a future capable self-government.
Iowa voters on June 4 confront tough choices on governor candidates and road policy. The main issue, finance for roads, favors state bonds or county bonds depending on the November ballot. Bank guaranty is likewise debated with no ready solution.
Instructional note on word usage pronunciation and spelling with today's focus on the word ASSUMPTION defined as an act of assuming or taking for granted and example of baseless assumptions.
A political statement argues voters should not replace Governor Hammill on misled grounds. It praises his four year administration with reduced taxes and road progress while urging a choice based on who can best govern Iowa next two years. The piece cites concerns about legislation to cover depositor losses and solvent checks on banks. It ends with a poem and quotes about duty and community from Gladstone and Ruskin.
Poem reflecting on death as change and transformation. The speaker envisions the sick and disabled finding freedom and joy, lovers finding new understanding, and those who suffered reaching a brighter dawn and rest beside a cooling stream in realms beyond. The verse echoes a hopeful, spiritual outlook from The Churchman in New York.
A light humor item where a first husband explains his trick to win arguments by saying you are right my dear, prompting the second husband to ask how he does it. The exchange highlights a playful marital dance and wordplay punchline.
Mrs. Goss Sipper asks why a small cavity feels large to the tongue. The dentist explains the tongue’s natural tendency to exaggerate sensation.
A fisherman recalls a bullhead past and is upset when a muskel lunge capsizes his boat. A South scene features a girl and a Mason and Dixon joke. The piece includes reflections on work success and longing for childhood, plus quips on pork yards and a careless walking charge.
The piece discusses Henry Morgan as a rival to Henry Clay Dean in Washington county elections. It suggests Dean’s limited success in that county reflected his overall effectiveness and hints at the broader political landscape surrounding their campaigns.
The piece recounts a heated Washington County Iowa political contest featuring Henry Clay Dean for the Democrats and Cap Russell for the Republicans with a devilish parable about the outcome. It also includes jests about butchers prices and light anecdotes from travel and society. It preserves a dated, humorous tone.
A quirky tale describes a noble horse and its rider in vivid, century voice. It notes the horse's anger, the bridle, stirrups, and the rider's posture as they move toward the meadow. The narrative paints the animal's anatomy and its four legs as tools of action and defense.
Alumni banquet held in the high school auditorium features music and a toast by Dean Feldman. Local church group forms a young married class committee with Guy Feldman as president and officers named. Voter notices announce candidacies for Clerk District Court and County Treasurer with terms and June primaries. Washington County political and social updates outline meetings and organizing efforts.
Political notice by George F Morrison declares he will run for County Attorney subject to the will of the Republic as voters in June. The announcement emphasizes a constitutional path to office.
D H Wentworth of Brighton Iowa announces L as a Republican candidate for the Board of Supervisors with term beginning January 1 1930. Primary election set for June 4 1928 and campaign runs Tuesday to Saturday through June 4.
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